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The anti-fatigue and sleep-aiding effects vary significantly among different recipes containing Ganoderma lucidum extracts

Different recipes made from Ganoderma lucidum mushroom have different health benefits. This study tested two recipes in mice and found that one (PGB) was better for reducing fatigue and improving exercise performance, while the other (GBS) was better for improving sleep quality. The research shows that how you prepare and combine medicinal mushroom ingredients matters for what health benefits you get.

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Insights into microbiome-triterpenoid correlation in Poria cocos via comparative analysis of sclerotial and soil microenvironments

Researchers discovered that the medicinal fungus Poria cocos creates its own specialized microbial environment in its underground structure that is closely linked to the production of pachymic acid, a compound with anti-cancer and immune-boosting properties. By comparing the microbes living in the fungus versus surrounding soil, they found specific beneficial bacteria and fungi that thrive in the fungus but are rare in soil. This discovery could help improve cultivation techniques to produce higher quality medicinal fungi with more therapeutic compounds.

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Multidirectional Characterization of Phytochemical Profile and Health-Promoting Effects of Ziziphora bungeana Juz. Extracts

Ziziphora bungeana, a traditional medicinal plant from Kazakhstan, was studied for its health benefits. Scientists found it contains powerful plant compounds that fight bacteria and fungal infections, especially those causing skin problems. The extracts work similarly to commercial skin-lightening agents and show promise for treating infections and skin conditions without significant harm to healthy cells.

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The First Report on Agarwood Formation of Aquilaria sinensis (Lour.) Spreng Induced by Fusarium equiseti

Researchers successfully induced agarwood (a valuable medicinal resin) formation in Chinese agar trees using a fungus called Fusarium equiseti. Through careful analysis, they found the fungus triggered production of beneficial compounds like agarotetrol and aromatic sesquiterpenes within 12 months, matching quality standards for medicinal use. This breakthrough offers a sustainable alternative to harvesting rare wild agarwood, potentially helping both human health and forest conservation.

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Insights into microbiome-triterpenoid correlation in Poria cocos via comparative analysis of sclerotial and soil microenvironments

This study explores how the medicinal mushroom Poria cocos creates its own special microbial environment inside its sclerotium (the part used in medicine). Researchers found that the mushroom selectively enriches certain bacteria and fungi while maintaining lower overall microbial diversity compared to surrounding soil. The study reveals that specific microbes like Burkholderia and Scytalidium are positively associated with the production of pachymic acid, the mushroom’s key medicinal compound with anti-tumor and anti-inflammatory properties.

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